First Impressions
This Hampden LROK mark was distilled in 2010 and aged for thirteen years before being bottled by Habitation Velier as part of the Magnum Photography Series #2. The label features striking photographic art, but it's the liquid inside that demands attention — a funky, high-ester Jamaican rum at cask strength 60%.
Tasting
The nose is funky and intense. High esters produce waves of tropical fruit, overripe banana, and that distinctive Hampden pot still character. Aged oak adds maturity, and the overall nose is complex and powerful.
The palate is full-bodied and funky. High esters and tropical fruit form the core, with aged oak and dark chocolate adding depth. Hampden's signature powerful pot still character runs through everything, and at 60%, the rum demands respect and rewards patience.
The finish is long with persistent esters, oak, and a powerful Jamaican close.
The Bottom Line
At £265, this Hampden 2010 delivers serious Jamaican rum quality with the added bonus of striking Magnum Photography presentation. The LROK mark and thirteen years of ageing produce a rum of genuine complexity. A worthy addition to any Hampden collection.
